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Honest tips and insights into thriving as an International student

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How to Get Ready to Move to the U.S.
How to Get Ready to Move to the U.S.
June 16, 2023
It’s time to pursue your dream of moving to the U.S. for your studies– how exciting! However, some of you might think it’s rather nerve-wracking. There may be loads of things to resolve, such as figuring out what to pack and how to deal with the emotions of leaving your home. Speaking from experience, it’s Read more…
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GIVE YOUR 100%
GIVE YOUR 100%
May 25, 2023
Hello, friends! I’m here today with another Biblical reflection. You ready? Before starting, I’ll give you an overview of how this reflection came about. Last November, my husband and I had our first child, precious Benjamin. Our lives completely changed with his arrival. We had to protect and care for him, making sure all his Read more…
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School’s Out for Summer: What to do
School’s Out for Summer: What to do
May 18, 2023
Do you ever catch yourself wishing for the end of the semester, only to have it come and you just move on to the next thing without even taking a moment to enjoy it? Play and rest are important parts of life, even though many of us don’t take much time for them. Today, I Read more…
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Podcast Episodes

Check out our podcast The World at Home to hear real stories of International students finding community

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The World at Home S2. Ep 1: About Us

Have you ever wondered why we serve international students here at IFI? Or who the faces are behind the name, International Friendships Inc? For Season Two of our podcast, we thought we would share a little more about who we are! Let's not be strangers, watch this episode to learn a little more about us :)

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The World at Home Ep 5: Building Community

In this episode, we meet with Samuel, an international student from India, at his house in Cleveland, Ohio to talk about Community! Make yourself some chai and join us on the couch!

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The World at Home Ep 4: Facing Uncertainty

Episode 4 of The World at Home Podcast, features Bhavana, an international student from India, who opens up about the emotional ups and downs of pursuing education in a foreign country — especially when the future feels unclear. How do you face uncertainty???

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